unanimously – adv. agreed to by everyone involved

tournament – n. a sports competition or series of contests that involves many players or teams and that usually continues for at least several days

sponsor – n. a person or organization that pays the cost of an activity or event (such as a radio or television program, sports event, concert, etc.) in return for the right to advertise during the activity or event

berth – n. a place or position on a team or in an event

elimination – n. the act or process of removing something or someone